SOLITAIRE--THE ART OF DEALING WITH CARDS

I sudddenly found myself deeply addicted to the game of solitaire...I have an electronic version on my computer. I was so addicted that I had to get rid of the icon from my desktop so that I was not pulled into the will or desire to play. I wondered what drew me to this electronic card game. It certainly wasn't the colors or look of the game that I found attractive. There was something about the strategy of finding the right card to slip into the correct pile. I would hunt and peck and when I began to run out of cards, and it seemed as though I wasn't going to win, I'd back up and start all over; or at least go back to a new starting point. At first I found I wasn't satisfied to quit trying game after game until I had won one. Now, I have become good enough that when I win three or more in a row, I don't want to stop...good thing I haven't gotten involved in gambling! (yikes! that's a scary thought) I don't foresee any real future in becoming a queen of the game (sorry, sick pun) but I did find that oddly enough, the game became rather relaxing for me. Perhaps the idea of breaking away from a quiet, lonely afternoon drew me to an odd sort-of comfort level, or made me feel I was accomplishing something when I won. I'm not sure. Maybe it's just the idea that it's a one-man game and I could win or lose on my own, without anyone directing me how to play the game, tell me where to place the cards, or push me through a time frame that I had to complete it in. It involves dealing, or placing one card at a time, at my own pace, to where eventually all cards fall in their proper suits. I find satisfaction in accomplishing this challenge. Working at home certainly has its advantages in a similar way. I like being my own boss. I don't have anyone setting up my schedule, or micromanaging my work, or rushing me to get a project done. I have the opportunity to set that all up on my own. I love to manage my own time, work at my own pace, and complete each task to the best of my understanding of what my client has asked for. I'm good at setting up my own schedule where I am able to complete a task in an efficient manner so that I have time to ask my clients questions which confirm for me that everything is finished as expected. I like the strategy of taking several projects at one time and figuring out how to manage it all. It keeps me busy (entertained, if you will) and if a setback happens to come along, I can find a new starting point and move forward. Even amongst the stress of multi-tasking (or dealing of cards) it gives me joy and comfort knowing I am helping someone else. There's a reward in that for me. I feel as though I've won the game! If you're thinking about starting your own business, perhaps you have some questions regarding this adventure. Maybe you already are an entrepreneur and have some tips of your own to offer from your experience of working at home. If you're out there reading this blog, I'd love to hear from you.